Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of the Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi, a restaurant-style dish you can easily recreate at home. Perfectly seared large shrimp bathe in a heavenly sauce made from rich butter, fragrant garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a splash of dry white wine. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley provide the finishing flourish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for impressing guests or treating your family to a quick yet sophisticated seafood dinner. Serve over a bed of al dente pasta or enjoy it on its own with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the irresistible sauce. Make this iconic Red Lobster copycat recipe your go-to for weeknight indulgence or special occasions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 8 ounces Cooked pasta (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat dry with a paper towel, and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet, stirring frequently for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes on one side, then flip each shrimp and cook for another 2 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
To the same skillet, add the white wine, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, allowing each piece to melt completely before adding the next.
Once the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, return the shrimp to the skillet. Toss the shrimp in the sauce to coat evenly, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to warm through.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley over the top of the shrimp scampi.
Serve immediately on its own or over cooked pasta for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.9 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.2 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1092 mg | 364% | |
| Sodium | 2412 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.7 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 131.9 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 479 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1596 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
